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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in online learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Sierra Leone to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (moocs)